Best 2025 March Madness bracket names to use in NCAA Tournament pools

March Madness is here. And it’s not only time to fill out an NCAA Tournament bracket but also to have a great name for it as well.

Whether you are a self-proclaimed bracket expert or a rookie unaware of all the chaos ahead, having a creative bracket name is half the fun. First impressions are everything.

Some use the same name every year while others fill out their bracket before brainstorming the perfect name to accompany the team you place in the center of your bracket as the winner.

Best 2025 March Madness bracket names

Here are some of the best bracket names on the internet from various sources such as USA TODAY, 107.5 The Fan and the New York Times,

Throw it Down, Big Man — It could be a popular name this year, especially amongst UCLA (and Pac-12) fans, as a tribute to Bill Walton. The former player and broadcaster died in May 2024.

One Shining Moment — Everyone is hoping to predict a shining moment or two that will help set their bracket apart from the others in their friend group. The song written by David Barrett titled “One Shining Moment” is associated with the men’s NCAA Tournament and the recap video that plays after the championship game.

Court Stormers — What is March Madness without upsets? The name would fall in line with what makes the tournament season awesome.

Something’s Bruin or What’s Bruin – While UCLA was mentioned earlier when talking about Bill Walton there’s a lot you can do with the mascot name as well.

You See LA – UCLA has a decent men’s team and a women’s team that has a chance to win it all this year.

Tomb Red Raiders – A solid mashup using Texas Tech and the Tomb Raider video-game series.

Eye of the Tiger or Feel the Auburn – A classic song and a name that might be common this year around with Auburn predicted as a top seed for the men’s bracket.

JuJu Fruit – A play on USC’s JuJu Watkins and Juicy Fruit Gum.

For Bueckers or Worse – UConn star Paige Bueckers will be a player to watch.

False Flagg – A play on potential No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg of Duke.

Kiki, Do you love me? – Kiki Rice will be a player to watch for the UCLA women.

Bett on yourself – Lauren Betts will cause problems for any UCLA opponent.

Konviction – Duke’s Kon Knueppel also has early first-round draft potential.

Face your Fears – Freshman Jeremiah Fears has been a bright spot for Oklahoma this season.

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